Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
rupestris
ID:
810377

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.L.Barrett

Source:
iplants

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 19: 151 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809711



Common Names

  • Planchonia rupestris
  • Rocky Planchonia
  • Rock Planchonia


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Description

Planchonia rupestris (also called Rock Planchonia, among many other common names) is a small tree native to the Pacific Islands. It has a single trunk and a rounded crown. The leaves are glossy green and the flowers are yellow. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is often found in tropical forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Planchonia rupestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Planchonia rupestris is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Planchonia rupestris is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 m in height. It is propagated by seed, cuttings, or air layering. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is tolerant of drought and wind.

Where to Find Planchonia rupestris

Planchonia rupestris can be found in tropical rainforests of Queensland, Australia.

Planchonia rupestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Planchonia rupestris?

Planchonia rupestris

What is the common name of Planchonia rupestris?

Rock Planchonia

What is the natural habitat of Planchonia rupestris?

Tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-347929: Based on the initial data import
Russell Lindsay Barrett (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Barrett' in the authors string.